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Sar: The Essence of Indian Design
Swapnaa Tamhane
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Description for Sar: The Essence of Indian Design
Hardcover. An exploration of the timeless beauty of Indian design through 200 classic objects Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: 1FKA; AKP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 274 x 209 x 27. Weight in Grams: 1376.
An exploration of the timeless beauty of Indian design through 200 classic objects. The Indian subcontinent is an amalgamation of peoples, cultures, languages and philosophies. Throughout history Indian culture has been subject to myriad different influences, from the Mughal empire to the British Raj to the now globalized nation in transition. Similar to 'Wa: Essence of Japanese Design', this book will trace continuity through the history of Indian design from antiquity to the present day. The book explores the elements that make Indian design so special, including the varied manufacturing and decorating ... Read more
An exploration of the timeless beauty of Indian design through 200 classic objects. The Indian subcontinent is an amalgamation of peoples, cultures, languages and philosophies. Throughout history Indian culture has been subject to myriad different influences, from the Mughal empire to the British Raj to the now globalized nation in transition. Similar to 'Wa: Essence of Japanese Design', this book will trace continuity through the history of Indian design from antiquity to the present day. The book explores the elements that make Indian design so special, including the varied manufacturing and decorating ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Phaidon Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
Number of Pages
304
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780714870502
SKU
V9780714870502
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 5 to 9 working days
Ref
99-50
About Swapnaa Tamhane
Swapnaa Tamhane (b. 1976) is an artist and curator working between Toronto and Mumbai. She was formerly an editor at Phaidon Press and curator at Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery and Museum Abteiberg. She has been a recipient of fellowships from Kulturstiftung des Bundes and the Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute, and has also received grants from Canada Council for the Arts, ... Read more
Reviews for Sar: The Essence of Indian Design
Sumptuous... showcases the incredible diversity of India's visual identity. -Sphere A newfound energy in contemporary Indian design has permeated graphics, illustration, fashion and product design. -New Design This stunning book is an exploration of the timeless beauty of Indian design through 200 objects... a book to devour and treasure. ... Read more